Browsing for a wedding gown should be a blissful experience. For well-sized brides, however, the process can often be more alarming and disheartening than it is celebratory, which is a terrible shame. It doesn't have to be this way! Finding a beautiful and well-fitted wedding gown is certainly achievable, and it can be the joyful experience every bride deserves. Below are some helpful tips on finding plus-sized wedding gowns.
**Tip #1:** Start by Choosing a Bridal Salon. More than anything else, the staff at the salon will determine how great—or terrible—your dress hunting experience will be. Some bridal salons are built around the philosophy that their job is to help every bride feel absolutely amazing on her wedding day, including those who may never have felt that way before in their lives. Unfortunately, there are also places where the consultants might turn up their noses at clients who don’t fit into standard sizes. Avoid such exclusive bridal shops at all costs! A straightforward way to gauge a bridal salon is to contact them ahead of time for an appointment and mention that you're looking for a plus-sized gown. Does the boutique respond with, “Great, we’d be happy to assist you,” or do they say, “Well, we only carry size 8s”?